The ozone layer that absorbs sun's ultraviolet radiation is present in _ layer of atmosphere.
Correct answer: C. Stratosphere
- A. Thermosphere
- B. Mesosphere
- C. Stratosphere
- D. Troposphere
Explanation
The ozone layer that absorbs sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation is present in stratosphere layer of atmosphere. The stratosphere layer is about 50 kilometers far from earth surface.
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